2002 Honda Life vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | 323 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |